Gene Riley Webb
Gene Riley Webb, 88 of Centerview, Missouri, passed away Thursday, July 23, 2026, at his residence. Gene was born July 3, 1938, in Independence, Missouri, to Clarence E. and Edythe Carol (Crawford) Webb. After graduating from William Chrisman High School, he traveled the country with his cousins as a saddle bronc rider for 12 years.…
Read MoreRicky David Pettit
Ricky David Pettit, age 68, of Holden, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 9:21 p.m., surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous battle with cancer. Rick was born on Monday, September 9, 1957, in Warrensburg, Missouri, to Larry Pettit and Dixie Durrette People. He graduated from Holden…
Read MorePatricia A. Hampton Bradbury
Patricia A. Hampton Bradbury of Pleasant Hill, Missouri, went Home on July 16, 2026. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of her church, Pat lived a life centered on faith, family, and helping others. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri, on September 9, 1943, to Lelan Green and Lawrence Hampton. Pat attended…
Read MoreThomas Allan Craig
Thomas Allan Craig, 88 of Centerview, Missouri passed away Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Western Missouri Medical Center in Warrensburg. Tom was born February 20, 1938 in Holden, Missouri the son of James Allan Craig and Marjorie Jean (Morhart) Craig. He graduated from College High in Warrensburg and subsequently graduated from CMSC in Warrensburg and…
Read MoreDarrel Dee Taylor
Darrel Dee Taylor, age 93, of rural Kingsville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 16, 2026. He was born on Tuesday, July 19, 1932, in Quinter, Kansas, to the late Elva and Pauline (Brusch) Taylor. Darrel began his working career at the age of 15, farming in Iowa. A few years…
Read MoreFrances Lorraine Lattimer McCloud
Frances Lorraine Lattimer McCloud, age 89, of Kingsville, Missouri, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, July 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Lorraine was born on Friday, November 6, 1936, in Santa Barbara, California, to the late Russell Calvin Lattimer and Martha Katherine (Morris) Lattimer. In 1951, when Lorraine was 15 years…
Read MoreJohn C. Marlott
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of John C. Marlott on July 10, 2026, at the age of 59. John was born on October 16, 1966, in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Holden High School with the Class of 1985 before earning his bachelor’s degree from the University of…
Read MoreFuneral Home Still Providing Services
The Stewart family has announced the Campbell-Cast funeral home is still in full operation and asks that Holden and surrounding communities support this family owned business, which has operated since 1946. The funeral home remains dedicated to providing support for families during times of loss, with a focus on creating meaningful memorial services.
Read MoreCity Audit, Department & Committee Reports, Resolutions, Ordinances Highlight Council Meeting
Audit Underway Opening the July 16 meeting was a Missouri State Auditor’s representative, who told the council an update on the current city audit is underway due to past employee misconduct. The audit is being conducted at the request of the Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office. There will be news releases published relating to the audit…
Read MoreMarshall Shane Stewart
Marshall Shane Stewart, Sr., 47, of Higginsville, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026, at his home. He was born on Monday, October 30, 1978, in Warrensburg, Missouri, to Julie and Dennis Stewart. He was a 1997 graduate of Lafayette County C-1 in Higginsville and later earned an Associate’s degree in Mortuary Science in Kansas City,…
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